I was watching the dog whisper and this dude Cesar has a lot of good ideas about taking the lead, being the dominant person in other peoples' (or dogs') space, not flinching at drama or threats (or growls) and remaining calm but dominant.

Dominant can be switched for assertive and unflinching. You're the man. I'm not saying treat women like dogs but whatever happens, whether it be a fucked up situation in a club, or a giant pitbull threatening to bite your face off, not flinching or emotionally investing is always best.